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Shoptalk: Kids' woodworking project
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Can they build it? Yes they can! Get your children involved with this easy-to-assemble toolbox
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By Ryan Shervill
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Begin by cross cutting the pieces to 16" for the sides, 14 1/2" for the bottom and 10" for the ends.
For the two end pieces, mark the cuts for the angled tops with a 45° line drawn 2" from each corner. Mark the lines and remove the waste with a mitre or handsaw. These cuts can be left for kids that are old enough to use a handsaw.
Drill the 3/8"-deep, 1"-wide counterbore 2" from the top edge for the handle in each end panel. Use a 1/8" bit and continue through each hole. The narrow hole will accept the screw that holds the handle in place.
Temporarily assemble the project to predrill the fastener holes. I will generally pin it together with a finish nailer, but a few pieces of packing tape will do the trick as well.
Drill four holes along the bottom edge to hold the bottom in place, and two more up each side to attach the ends. If you are using screws, drill 1 1/2"-deep, 1/8"-diameter holes with a 3/8" countersink to accept #6 x 1 1/2" screws. If you are using nails, drill 1/16" holes and provide the kids with 1 1/2" finishing nails. Don't forget to drill the 1/8" x 1 1/2" hole at each end of the dowel while it is in place.
Take the toolbox apart and put it into a box or paper bag along with the fasteners, a bottle of glue (optional), a hammer or screwdriver and a picture of the finished project. Write the title of the project on the outside of the box or bag and put it away until the little ones come calling.
For another project that your little builder can put together, see Ryan Shervill's birdhouse plans
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